Round, thick, and soft, lívance are traditional Czech pancakes. The addition of yeast in the egg batter gives them an incredibly soft and buttery texture and differentiates them from other common pancake varieties. Lívance are usually small in size, with a light golden-brown color and crispy edges.

The Czechs prefer to consume them dusted with powdered sugar and cinnamon or topped with various fruit jams, but their slightly sweet taste can withstand numerous other toppings and complements.